Feras Al Darmi

Founder & CEO

With over 24 years of senior HR leadership in Kuwait's demanding banking sector, Feras Al Darmi is a proven strategist who has successfully transformed human resources functions, built high-performing cultures, and aligned talent strategies with business objectives.

In December 2025, Feras founded FDK Consultancy, a boutique advisory firm dedicated to delivering battle-tested HR solutions, Total Rewards design, executive coaching, and organizational transformation exclusively for ambitious organizations across the GCC.

Previously, as General Manager of Human Resources at Kuwait International Bank (KIB), Feras led comprehensive HR strategies, exceeded Kuwaitization targets, implemented advanced HRIS systems (SAP SuccessFactors), founded KIB Academy, launched the award-winning Waed leadership program, and collaborated with global firms like McKinsey, Aon Hewitt, and McLagan on compensation benchmarking, organizational health, and employee engagement initiatives.

Feras combines deep regional insight with international best practices to help leaders navigate localization mandates, talent scarcity, digital shifts, and cultural alignment — always with a focus on measurable ROI.

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Professional Journey Highlights

  • FDK Consultancy

    Founder & CEO – FDK Consultancy (December 2025 – Present) Launched a specialized HR & Total Rewards advisory firm offering strategic consulting, 1:1 executive coaching, rapid HR audits, leadership programs, and the proprietary 6 Pillars Framework.

  • Banking Experience

    General Manager, Human Resources KIB

    Assistant General Manager HR Group Boubyan Bank

    Talent Management Manager National Bank of Kuwait (NBK)

  • Education & Development

    Harvard Business School – General Management Program (GMP) alumnus

    Bachelor in Business Administration – Kuwait University

    Continuous executive education in leadership, HR analytics, strategic compensation, and change management

Why Partner with FDK Consultancy

  • GCC-Native Expertise — 24+ years mastering Kuwaiti and regional HR dynamics, nationalization requirements, and banking-sector challenges.

  • Proven Executive Track Record — Delivered transformation at leading Kuwaiti banks; now offering the same rigor directly to your organization.

  • Boutique, High-Touch Service — Direct access to senior-level strategy — no layers of junior consultants or off-the-shelf solutions.

  • Results-Focused & Practical — Every program includes actionable tools, workbooks, trackers, and clear success metrics.

  • Passion for Lasting Impact — Dedicated to empowering leaders and building workplaces where people and performance thrive.

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